Backlash

About “Backlash”

Backlash by Susan Faludi examines the persistent anti-feminist messages that continue to influence American society, even as women make progress in various areas. First published in 1991, the book challenged media myths such as the "infertility epidemic" and the "man shortage," which distorted reality and contributed to a backlash against women's gains. In a fifteenth-anniversary edition, Faludi adds a new preface that updates the discussion, showing how commercial culture distorts feminist ideals to promote consumerism. The book highlights how women are still criticized for pursuing careers, how the glass ceiling remains low, and how reproductive rights are under threat. Faludi's work remains a powerful reminder of the ongoing challenges women face.